Production Planner - Manufacturing

Time Personnel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Cape Town seeks a production planner to oversee daily production activities, coordinate between departments, and manage inquiries. The ideal candidate has matric, relevant experience, and strong multitasking skills, with proficiency in MS Office. Own reliable transport is essential. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive team player.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily planning of production liaising with the Factory Manager
• Capture & Action Walk in / web / telephone enquiries
• Act as the central point of coordination between Sales, Clients, Accounts, and the Production team

Skills

Proven experience in a manufacturing or production planning position

Ability to multitask with excellent attention to detail

Strong organisational and time management skills

Confident in dealing with clients and internal teams at all levels

Problem-solving ability

Proficient in MS Office

Team player attitude

Education

Matric

Tools

ERP or planning systems

Job description

REQUIREMENTS

• Matric,
• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production planning position
• Ability to multitask with excellent attention to detail
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Confident in dealing with clients and internal teams at all levels
• Ability to problem‑solve and adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Proficient in MS Office; experience with ERP or planning systems is an advantage
• Own reliable transport is essential
• Well‑presented and professional demeanor
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach
• The ability to juggle multiple priorities with a cool head
• A team player attitude with the confidence to take initiative

DUTIES

• Oversee the daily planning of production liaising with the Factory Manager
• Capture & Action Walk in / web / telephone enquiries
• Act as the central point of coordination between Sales, Clients, Accounts, and the Production team